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Carlsbad Beach Cottage - 1/2 block to Sandy Beach & near Legoland

Beachfront cottage near Carlsbad State Beach

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A compact living space with a kitchenette, a brown leather couch, a lamp, and a 'WELCOME' sign.
A window with horizontal blinds, a metal handle, and a view of greenery and buildings outside.
A living room with a brown leather couch, two wall-mounted lamps, a window with blinds, and various framed artworks and signs.
A house exterior with a textured stucco wall, a window with blinds, a door with a glass panel, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A beach scene with people playing and walking along the shore.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5660 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Carlsbad, CA
  • Place, Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamarack Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlsbad Lagoon
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

On the beach.A stay at this North Beach cottage places you steps from Tamarack Beach and within a 5-minute walk of Carlsbad State Beach. Carlsbad Lagoon and Magee Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Carlsbad State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tamarack Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • State Street Farmers Market - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Carlsbad Lagoon - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Holiday Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 3 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baba Coffee - Coffee Carlsbad - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vallarta Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coyote Bar & Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Port Brewing Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪264 Fresco - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Carlsbad Beach Cottage - 1/2 block to Sandy Beach & near Legoland

This Beach Cottage has been completely remodeled. It is perfect for couples, small families and those vacationing alone. It is very comfortable, stylish and cozy with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath sleeps up to 5.

It is located just steps to a beautiful sandy beach. From the cottage it is an easy walk along the beach into the center of the Village with wonderful restaurants, shops and entertainment.

For young children we are a short distance to Legoland. Carlsbad is one of the best rated family beaches in the U.S.A. and has easy access to all activities in Southern California.

The master bedroom has a queen bed. Most nights you can hear the surf at night from the master bedroom. The other bedroom has a full and a twin in a bunk arrangement.

The kitchen has been totally redone with custom granite countertops, beadboard cabinets and new flooring. The kitchen is fully equipped and has a dishwasher, disposal and build in microwave.

There is a patio and sun deck area with barbecue and outdoor dining.

The house is equipped with two flat screen TVs. A DVD and High Speed WiFi Internet connection are also included. Also there is a separate laundry room just for your exclusive use. Parking is off-street.

All kitchen items, towels, linens, beach chairs, umbrella, and boogie boards are provided. A baby Pac-n-Play is available if needed.

No cleaning fee. Cleaning service will be supplied once at the end of your rental period at no extra cost.

A tradition in the village is to gather at the beach to watch the sunset and look for the Green Flash.

This home is located in a residential neighborhood and we must respect our neighbors. We love children.

This property has City of Carlsbad Vacation Rental Permit No. BLRE1242691.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking on property.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 660 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No outside activities or noise after 9 p.m. on weeknights and between the hours of 10 p.m. and 10 a.m. on weekends.
The premises shall be used as a 2 bedroom residence with no more than 5 people to occupy the house overnight during the rental period.
Trash to be stored in bin provided in rear side yard. Parking available in driveway. Travelers to sign agreement confirming terms and house rules.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Cottage is perfect for young familes.

Events

No events allowed
Cottage located in quiet neighborhood.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on property.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Cottage located in quiet neighborhood.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Cottage located in quiet neighborhood. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STVR2025-0078

Property is also known as

Beach Cottage Walk Tamarack Beach Carlsbad
Walk Tamarack Carlsbad

Frequently asked questions

How close is Carlsbad Beach Cottage - 1/2 block to Sandy Beach & near Legoland to the airport?

This cottage is 5.9 mi (13-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Carlsbad Beach Cottage - 1/2 block to Sandy Beach & near Legoland have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Carlsbad Beach Cottage - 1/2 block to Sandy Beach & near Legoland to the beach?

This cottage is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Carlsbad Beach Cottage - 1/2 block to Sandy Beach & near Legoland offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Carlsbad Beach Cottage - 1/2 block to Sandy Beach & near Legoland ?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Carlsbad Beach Cottage - 1/2 block to Sandy Beach & near Legoland ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Carlsbad Beach Cottage - 1/2 block to Sandy Beach & near Legoland ?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Carlsbad Beach Cottage - 1/2 block to Sandy Beach & near Legoland have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Carlsbad Beach Cottage - 1/2 block to Sandy Beach & near Legoland have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Carlsbad Beach Cottage - 1/2 block to Sandy Beach & near Legoland to downtown Carlsbad?

This cottage is 0.7 mi away from Carlsbad.

Carlsbad Beach Cottage - 1/2 block to Sandy Beach & near Legoland Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Katy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to enjoy beach activities and walking distance to shops, dining and more!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ramsay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and as described. Easy walk along the beach path to the centre and easy to communicate with Bob.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was a very short walk to beach access. The cottage was nice and private. The host was completely unobtrusive but easily available if you need anything. A real plus was the off-street parking provided.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trecy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great location for Carlsbad ; especially for the beach goers. Downtown Carlsbad is walkable within 10 minutes or so. Lots of great restaurants and options of entertainment. The unit has beach chairs and accessories. The actual rental itself is upgraded, extremely clean and very warm and welcoming. Bob, the host, is excellent. He is very quick on answering/responding to communication. Will definitely be coming back here to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kerina s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could see and hear the ocean, extremely clean, accommodating had everything you could possibly need. Very safe. Comfortable. Kind. Friendly. Excellent location! Best beach access we found.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool family vacation

A great location, both private and close to the beach and attractions. Perfect for a family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Bob was excellent start to finish. Place was perfect! Cant go wrong staying here
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TROY M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice stay

We had a very nice stay. Everything was very well kept and clean. The property was very nice and the owner/manager VERY accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent.

Terrific place. Great location, very clean, everything we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This location is fantastic for an easy walk to the beach! Our young family (kids ages 1 & 3) had a very comfortable stay. We brought our own pack-n-play (though one is supplied) and used the cottage's high chair. We enjoyed the list of recommended restaurants. Helpful host. We had a fantastic time here! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lil H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed!

Perfect location, very clean. It had everything we needed. Would recommend we had a great 3 night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage Close to Beach

This beach cottage is conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood close to the beach. It was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Bob was a gracious host, greeting us at check-in and responsive to our needs. We love the location and will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway Cottage

We were really impressed with this cute cottage and the proximity to the clean and lovely beach. It was so nice to have all the beach gear and we also enjoyed the private patio area out in the back. My husband and I stayed here so our 2 adult sons, who live nearby, could join us. Bob was a very gracious host and we'd love to go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach cottage

Was an excellent place. Easy to access the beach and Carlsbad village. A place away from home. Cottage contained everything we needed. Loved that I could cook healthy meals.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer vacation

The cottage in Bob's backyard was clean and the location was great. Walked to the beach every day and really appreciated the laundry room and beach gear.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melinda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little cottage

Hello, I really enjoyed staying here! What a cute little cottage. Thank you Sue! I really wish it had A/C because we got really hot. Overall it was a great spot right next to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Central to Everything

Bob and Sue were most gracious hosts. The location is central to all that you may want to visit…Legoland, Sea World, San Diego Zoo museums and of course Carlsbad itself
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kent L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

charming Cottage

This cottage was the perfect size for our family of 5! very close to the beach with all the necessities. Our main focus was Legoland which was 10 minute drive. Bob was a wonderful host and available as needed. Thank you again BobLinda
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and comfort

This was a perfect escape for our family of four. We were met by the host when we drove in and check-in was a breeze. The place was clean and comfortable and in a perfect location to the beach. There was a place out front that we could wash the sand off and plenty of space away from the street to leave our beach tent, beach shoes, sand toys, etc. The laundry room was a bonus and let us wash out sweaty clothes after the San Diego Zoo and LegoLand. Highly recommend Vigilucci's which is only a few minutes by foot away. We would definitely stay again and maybe check out the COASTER train.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Cottage

This property was perfect! The area around and the beach was clean and safe. The cottage was clean and just perfect! So much to do and restaurants in the downtown area. 5 stars! We’ll be back for sure!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

Location location location! We absolutely loved our stay at this quaint house! It was a short walk to the beach and we loved that you could see the ocean from the kitchen. We had our 3 year old with us and I was able to keep an eye on him easily inside the house, which was perfect! Bob was such a gracious host checking in on us via text and then came to our door to check out the eclipse. It was a very memorable stay and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Immaculate Little Guest House by the Beach

We are a family of four adults, and we were in town for a family gathering over the holiday weekend. The guest house was perfect for us - clean, cozy, quiet. We loved being 1/2 block away from the beach, the peek of the water through the kitchen window, the faint sound of the surf at night. The location is convenient while also being situated in a quiet residential neighborhood. Bob is a great host - helpful and communicative, someone who clearly takes good care of his property and his guests. Wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Chad S.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
DO NOT BOOK. This property was an absolute nightmare due to total deception regarding ongoing construction, terrible property conditions, and zero privacy, directly violating Vrbo’s booking guarantee.The host failed to disclose that the home was an active construction site. For all 3 days of my stay, heavy construction was so intense that the vibrations were literally rattling pictures off the walls. At 7:00 AM, the host knocked on my door to demand I move my truck so a porta-potty could be delivered for the workers. He then placed the porta-potty so close to my designated parking spot that the door physically hit my 75,000 truck when opened. Workers were also mixing concrete and spraying paint directly next to my vehicle.The interior of the house stunk to high heaven. It smelled like a foul, musty old linen closet so bad it made you want to gag. The only way to tolerate it was to keep every single window wide open. On top of that, there was zero privacy. The layout forced me to bypass the host to leave, and the host was constantly trying to engage with me when I just wanted to be left alone.While the host did refund the stay, the severe deception regarding the undisclosed construction and the foul state of the home completely ruined the trip. Vrbo support should flag this host immediately. Avoid this property at all costs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renee V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place for a relaxing and fun weekend

Everything you need for a beach getaway, I fully recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

This little guest house was amazing. Perfect for a walk to the beach or shopping/dinning. They owner provides everything you would need to go to the beach. Cooler, wagon, boogies boards sand castle items and more! Highly recommend! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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